Meaning of Culture Social Studies Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2

Detailed Student-Centered Lesson Plan for Social Studies – Primary 2

Subject: Social Studies

Class: Primary 2

Term: First Term

Week: 2

Age: 7 years

Topic: Culture

Sub-topic: Meaning of Culture

Duration: 60 minutes

Behavioral Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Define culture.
2. List things that make up a culture.
3. Distinguish the culture of the three major tribes in Nigeria.

Key Words:

• Culture
• Tradition
• Tribe

Set Induction:

The teacher starts by showing pictures of different traditional dresses and asking the pupils if they recognize them.

Entry Behaviour:

Pupils have basic knowledge about their own family’s customs and traditions.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Chart showing traditional dresses, foods, and dances of the three major tribes in Nigeria
• Pictures of cultural festivals
• Flashcards with key terms

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Discuss the customs and traditions they practice at home.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Observation

Learning Materials:

• Textbooks
• Charts
• Flashcards
• Pictures

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Social Studies
• Approved Social Studies textbooks for Primary 2

Instructional Materials:

• Flashcards with definitions
• Charts showing different cultural aspects of the three major tribes
• Pictures depicting traditional practices

Content:

1. Definition of Culture:
   • Culture is the way of life of a group of people.
   • It includes their customs, traditions, food, clothing, language, and festivals.
2. Things that Make Up a Culture:
   • Language
   • Food
   • Clothing
   • Music and Dance
   • Festivals
   • Traditions and Customs
3. Culture of the Three Major Tribes in Nigeria:
   • Yoruba:
     • Language: Yoruba
     • Food: Amala, Ewedu, Gbegiri
     • Clothing: Aso Oke, Buba, Iro
     • Festival: Eyo Festival
   • Hausa:
     • Language: Hausa
     • Food: Tuwo Shinkafa, Miyan Kuka
     • Clothing: Babban Riga, Kaftan
     • Festival: Durbar Festival
   • Igbo:
     • Language: Igbo
     • Food: Fufu, Oha Soup
     • Clothing: Isi Agu, Wrapper
     • Festival: New Yam Festival

Questions:

1. Culture is the way of _______ of a group of people. (a) singing (b) life (c) dancing (d) playing
2. One thing that makes up culture is _______. (a) cars (b) food (c) money (d) buildings
3. The Yoruba tribe speaks _______. (a) Hausa (b) Igbo (c) Yoruba (d) English
4. A traditional food of the Hausa tribe is _______. (a) Jollof Rice (b) Tuwo Shinkafa (c) Pizza (d) Sandwich
5. The Igbo tribe celebrates the _______ Festival. (a) New Yam (b) Eyo (c) Durbar (d) Christmas
6. The traditional dress of the Yoruba people includes _______. (a) Babban Riga (b) Isi Agu (c) Aso Oke (d) Suit
7. _______ is a part of culture. (a) Traditions (b) Cars (c) Computers (d) Phones
8. The Hausa tribe celebrates the _______ Festival. (a) Durbar (b) Eyo (c) New Yam (d) Easter
9. The Igbo tribe speaks _______. (a) Yoruba (b) Hausa (c) Igbo (d) French
10. Music and dance are important parts of _______. (a) culture (b) homework (c) shopping (d) studying

Class Activity Discussion :

1. What is culture? Culture is the way of life of a group of people, including their customs, traditions, food, and clothing.
2. Why is culture important? It helps us understand and respect different ways of life.
3. What are some things that make up a culture? Language, food, clothing, music, dance, festivals, traditions, and customs.
4. What language do the Yoruba people speak? Yoruba.
5. What is a traditional food of the Hausa tribe? Tuwo Shinkafa.
6. What traditional dress is worn by the Igbo people? Isi Agu and Wrapper.
7. Which festival is celebrated by the Yoruba tribe? Eyo Festival.
8. What festival do the Hausa people celebrate? Durbar Festival.
9. What is the New Yam Festival? A festival celebrated by the Igbo people to mark the beginning of the yam harvest.
10. Why do we study culture in social studies? To learn about and appreciate the different ways people live and celebrate.

Presentation:

Step 1: Review of Previous Lesson

The teacher reviews the previous lesson on the introduction to social studies.

Step 2: Introduction of the New Topic

The teacher introduces the new topic: Culture. The teacher explains the definition and components of culture using flashcards and charts.

Step 3: Student Contributions

The teacher asks the pupils to share what they know about their own culture. The teacher listens and corrects misconceptions.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Use flashcards to explain key terms.
• Show charts and pictures to illustrate the different cultural aspects of the three major tribes.
• Ask guiding questions to encourage pupil participation.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen to the teacher’s explanations.
• Look at the charts and pictures.
• Participate by answering questions and sharing their ideas.

Assessment:

1. Define culture.
2. List three things that make up a culture.
3. Name the traditional dress of the Yoruba people.
4. What is the traditional food of the Igbo tribe?
5. Which festival is celebrated by the Hausa people?

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is culture?
2. Name one thing that makes up a culture.
3. What language do the Igbo people speak?
4. Name a traditional food of the Yoruba tribe.
5. What is the traditional dress of the Hausa people?
6. Which festival do the Igbo people celebrate?
7. What does culture include?
8. Why is music and dance important in culture?
9. Name the language spoken by the Hausa tribe.
10. What is the traditional dress of the Yoruba people?

Conclusion:

The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and gives feedback. The teacher summarizes the lesson by highlighting the key points discussed.

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